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Pool floats for lounging on the water
Splish splash. (Oliver Dumoulin via Unsplash/)There are few things better on a hot day than a dip in a pool, lake, river, or sea. When you’re ready to take a break, drifting...
Global study reveals time running out for many soils—but conservation measures can help
A major new international study has provided a first worldwide insight into how soil erosion may be affecting the longevity of our soils.
A big chunk of Greenland's ice cap has broken off
A big chunk of Greenland's ice cap, estimated to be some 110 square kilometers (42.3 square miles), has broken off in the far north east Arctic which scientists say is...
Scientists focusing on climate issues claim 3 Balzan prizes
Three scientists focusing on climate issues were among the winners of this year's Balzan Prize, which recognizes scholarly and scientific achievements, organizers said Monday.
Reducing nitrogen with boron and beer
Humankind is reliant on the ammonium in synthetic fertilizer for food. However, producing ammonia from nitrogen is extremely energy-intensive and requires the use of transition metals.
Ontario reports 313 new cases of COVID-19, highest number since early June
Ontario has recorded more than 300 new cases for the first time in more than two months.
Climate change triggers migration, particularly in middle-income countries
Environmental hazards affect populations worldwide and can drive migration under specific conditions. Changes in temperature levels, increased rainfall variability, and rapid-onset disasters, such as tropical storms, are important factors as...
Arctic transitioning to a new climate state
The fast-warming Arctic has started to transition from a predominantly frozen state into an entirely different climate with significantly less sea ice, warmer temperatures, and more rain, according to a...
Tropical Storm Sally expected to become hurricane Monday night
Tropical Storm Sally is strengthening as it moves up the Gulf of Mexico and forecasters say it could grow into a hurricane before it makes landfall between western Alabama and...
Hurricane Paulette hits Bermuda before swing away from U.S.
Hurricane Paulette was battering Bermuda with "strong damaging winds" and "torrential rains" early Monday, downing power for tens of thousands of residents, forecasters said.
NASA night-time image shows Hurricane Paulette's large eye approach Bermuda
Night-time imagery from NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite showed Hurricane Paulette's large eye approaching the island of Bermuda. A Hurricane Warning is in effect for Bermuda.
Scientists explore the potential for further improvements to tropical cyclone track forecasts
A recent study suggested that we have probably approached the limit of predictability for tropical cyclone (TC) track prediction. If that's true, there's little we can do to improve TC...
NASA's water vapor analysis of Tropical Storm Karina shows wind shear effects
When NASA's Aqua satellite passed over the Eastern Pacific Ocean, it gathered water vapor data on Tropical Storm Karina. The data showed that the storm was being affected by wind...
NASA-NOAA satellite helps confirm Teddy now a record-setting tropical storm
NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite provided an infrared image of Tropical Depression 20 that helped confirm it organized and strengthened into Tropical Storm Teddy. Teddy, which has broken a hurricane season...
Investor group targets 161 top polluting companies to fight climate change or lose $47T in investment cash
A leading investor group has written to the boards of the world's biggest corporate emitters of greenhouse gases, warning they must produce a strategy to move their business to net-zero...
Tropical Storm Vicky forms off Africa; expected to be 'short-lived'
A disturbance off the western coastline of Africa strengthened into Tropical Storm Vicky on Monday, but forecasters don't expect it to last long.
Watch: Alicia Keys to release new self-titled album on Friday
Alicia Keys announced on Twitter Monday that she will be releasing her previously delayed seventh studio album, titled "Alicia," on Friday.
Mediterranean and tropical biodiversity most vulnerable to human pressures
Animals in tropical and Mediterranean areas are the most sensitive to climate change and land use pressures, finds a new study by UCL researchers.
Arctic transitioning to a new climate state
The fast-warming Arctic has started to transition from a predominantly frozen state into an entirely different climate, according to a comprehensive new study of Arctic conditions.
Climate change triggers migration—particularly in middle-income countries
Environmental hazards affect populations worldwide and can drive migration under specific conditions. Changes in temperature levels, increased rainfall variability, and rapid-onset disasters, such as tropical storms, are important factors as...
The consequences of spraying fire retardants on wildfires
Wildfires started burning in California early again this dry season—more than two million acres have burned so far. Larger and larger wildfires are occurring as new heat records are being...
N.W.T., Nunavut advocates fight for more caribou calving ground protections
As the fall hunting season gets underway, hunters and northern politicians are calling for more protection for barren-ground caribou calving grounds in Nunavut.
A big chunk of Greenland's ice cap has broken off
A big chunk of Greenland's ice cap, estimated to be some 110 square kilometres has broken off in the far north east Arctic which scientists say is evidence of rapid...
Study shows Falkland Islands' potential to become carbon negative
A new study by the UK Center for Ecology and Hydrology suggests that restoring the Falkland Island peatlands could lead to up to £47 million worth of carbon offsets.
How bushfires and rain turned our waterways into 'cake mix,' and what we can do about it
As the world watched the Black Summer bushfires in horror, we warned that when it did finally rain, our aquatic ecosystems would be devastated.
Photos Show Massive Wildfires Devastating Oregon and California
Record-setting blazes fueled in part by climate change have destroyed homes and upended live across the West -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Watch: Andre Leon Talley recalls spilling wine on Princess Diana
Former Vogue editor-at-large André Leon Talley recalled a run-in with Princess Diana and his friendship with Melania Trump.
Tropical Storm Teddy forms in central Atlantic
Tropical Storm Teddy formed in the central Atlantic early Monday and forecasters expect it will develop into a powerful hurricane within a few days.